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Sweden-Sri Lanka Business Council AGM held at Mount Lavinia Hotel
The Sweden-Sri Lanka Business Council (SSLBC) Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place at the prestigious Mount Lavinia Hotel (MLH) recently (Feb 8). Where the SSLBC also celebrated the 75th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between the two nations. The gathering was graced by prominent figures including the Former Swedish Ambassador to Sri Lanka Mr. Lars-Olof Lindgren, Council Secretary Mr. Leif Ohlson, Honorary Consul-General to Sweden Mr. Sanjay Kulatunga and Chief Operating Officer of MLH Mr. Anura Dewapura. The event served as a platform for members to convene, discuss, and strategize on enhancing business ties between the two nations.
The AGM commenced with a series of speeches by the council secretary and COO of MLH and the keynote speech was delivered by the Former Swedish Ambassador to Sri Lanka Mr. Lars-Olof Lindgren. During the fellowship attendees had the opportunity to delve into key topics such as bilateral trade relations, investment opportunities, and collaborative initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth.
One of the primary objectives of the AGM was to foster partnerships and collaboration among businesses in Sweden and Sri Lanka. Through interactive sessions and networking opportunities, attendees were able to explore potential synergies, establish new connections, and lay the groundwork for future collaborations that could drive mutual prosperity. As the SSLBC looks ahead to the coming year, there is a sense of optimism and determination to build on the momentum generated during the AGM. With a renewed focus on innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity, the council is poised to make significant strides in advancing bilateral trade and investment opportunities between the two nations.
The Sweden-Sri Lanka Business Council AGM held at Mount Lavinia Hotel on February 8, 2024, was a resounding success, bringing together like-minded individuals dedicated to advancing business interests and fostering collaboration between Sweden and Sri Lanka.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal presented by the Minister of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development to award the contract for printing and supplying vehicle number plates for the Department of Motor Traffic for a period of five (5) years to M/s South Asian Technologies based on the recommendations of the High-Level Standing Procurement Committee and the Procurement Appeal Board.
The National Lotteries board has been established subject to the Finance Act No. 11 of 1963. Having identified the requirement of amending that act which was imposed around 62 years to cater the current requirements of the lottery market, the Cabinet of Mnisters at their meeting held on 14.02.2017 granted approval to draft a new bill for the purpose.
Accordingly, the National Lotteries Board has recognized further amendments to be performed to the fundamental draft bill prepared by the Legal Draftsmen.
Therefore, the Cabinet of Ministers granted approval for the
resolution furnished by the President in his office as the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development to direct the Legal Draftsmen to finalize the formulation of the draft bill for the National Lotteries Board as soon as possible including the proposed new amendments as well.
The Werahara office of the Department of Motor Traffic performs issuance of temporary driving licenses in this country based on the driving licenses issued overseas, and measures have been initiated to render the service from a service window of the Department of Motor Traffic established at the Bandaranayake International Airport from 03.08.2025.
The fees charged for issuing temporary driving licenses have been published in Motor Vehicles (Driving License Levy) Regulations No. 3 of 2022 prepared under the provisions of the Motor Traffic (Authority 203) Act.
But, as the fee of Rupees 2,000/- charged for the service is not sufficient, the requirement of amending the regulations has been recognized.
The regulations for introducing the revised fees have been published in the government extraordinary gazette
notification No. 2463/04 dated 17.11.2025. Therefore, the Cabinet of Ministers granted approval to the resolution furnished by the Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development to
submit the regulations to the Parliament for its concurrence.
M/s South Asian Technologies awarded contract to supply vehicle number plates
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Motor Vehicles (Driving License Levy) Regulations No. 3 of 2022 to be amended
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